The new Windows Mixed Reality headsets are now available and reviews have been relatively positive. The WMR headsets are essentially virtual reality headsets with six degrees of freedom and inside-out tracking. They use built-in cameras to map the users movements within their real world environment and to track special controllers that allow the users hands to interact with the VR experience.
Windows Mixed Reality headsets take advantage of superior technology to deliver the best experience possible. Spatial audio lets the user hear sounds from specific locations just like in the real world and the advanced motion controllers make it easy to move through virtual spaces. The combined effect is a sensation where the users virtual and physical worlds are in perfect sync.
Acer, ASUS, Dell, Fujitsu, HP, Lenovo, Samsung and 3Glasses have all developed their own version of the Windows Mixed Reality headset. The Samsung Odyssey model has the best specs of the group and also the highest retail price. The other models have very similar specs and are largely the same headset with slightly different designs. The 3Glasses headset is mainly for users in China and the Fujitsu headset for those in Japan.
Acer Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal screen size (x2)
• Front hinged display
• 100 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset (HC102)
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 95 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
Dell Visor Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 110 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 95 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
Lenovo Explorer Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 105 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
Samsung HMD Odyssey Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 AMOLED displays at 1400 x 1600
• 3.5” diagonal display size (x2)
• 110 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Integrated AKG headphones and dual array mics
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
3Glasses S2 Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 105 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
Fujitsu Windows Mixed Reality Headset
• 2 liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
• 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
• Front hinged display, so you can flip the headset up while working
• 100 degrees horizontal field of view
• Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
• Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
• Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
• Inside-out tracking
• 4.00m cable
Windows Mixed Reality headsets require a compatible Windows 10 PC, plus the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. PC requirements may vary for available apps and content.
